1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 26 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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 2006 Nissan Navara. 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Omni | Navara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
