1978 Dodge Omni vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Omni. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1283 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Omni | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Omni | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
