1982 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 845 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen LN weights approximately 89 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
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, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1998 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | LN | Domino |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
