2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4380 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Commercial | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 5510 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2670 mm |
