2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1978 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Omni. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 873 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1978 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Town & Country | Omni |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 122 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 | 1873 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
