1990 Dodge Omni vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender

To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1683 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 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Dodge Omni 2011 Land Rover Defender
Make Dodge Land Rover
Model Omni Defender
Year Released 1990 2011
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2213 cc 2402 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 92 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1025 kg 2708 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2800 mm