1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Omni | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2980 mm |
