1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1990 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Aston Martin Virage 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 1989 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1990 Daihatsu Domino | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
Model | Virage | Domino |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |