1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1983 Dodge Omni is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Omni weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Omni | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
