1978 Dodge Omni vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, both 1978 Dodge Omni and 1978 Nissan Cedric were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Omni (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Because 1978 Nissan Cedric 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 1978 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Omni | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Omni | Cedric |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |