2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1977 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 941 kg more than 1977 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1977 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Town & Country | Omni |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
