1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (49 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 59 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Domino |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
