1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1983 Dodge Omni is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Omni | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
