1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (75 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Kadett weights approximately 255 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 1967 Opel Kadett 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 1967 Opel Kadett. 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Domino | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
