1978 Dodge Omni vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Omni. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1978 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Omni | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Omni | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3170 mm |
