1978 Dodge Omni vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Omni. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 854 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 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Omni | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Omni | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
