1977 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 33 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1636 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1977 Dodge Omni has manual transmission. 1977 Dodge Omni will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Omni | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Omni | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
