1982 Dodge Omni vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Dodge Omni is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1982 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Omni | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2225 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 |
