1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1996 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bentley Mulsanne would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1625 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.
Because 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Domino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1996 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mulsanne | Domino |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
