1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Omni (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Omni weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Omni | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
