1990 Dodge Omni vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 22 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 270 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 2012 Suzuki Equator 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Omni | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Omni | Equator |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3560 mm |