1989 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 485 kg more than 1991 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, 1989 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1991 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Domino |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
