1988 Dodge Omni vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Omni. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Omni | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Omni | Discovery |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 165 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |