1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 959 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1996 Daihatsu Domino | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Caprice | Domino |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |