1990 Dodge Omni vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 23 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 655 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Omni | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
