1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 825 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 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Domino | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
