1990 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 20 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1282 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 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omni | T5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
