1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is newer by 7 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Omni | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
