1977 Dodge Omni vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 36 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 974 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Omni | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Omni | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
