1978 Dodge Omni vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Omni. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Omni | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Omni | Niva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
