1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Omni (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 845 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Omni | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
