1978 Dodge Omni vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 29 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Omni (75 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 920 kg more than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Omni | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Omni | Safari |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 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 | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
