1977 Dodge Omni vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 828 kg more than 1977 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Omni | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omni | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
