1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 18 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 446 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 1998 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Omni | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
