1990 Dodge Omni vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 19 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 807 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 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Omni | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Omni | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |