1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Omni | Viper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
