1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1997 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 220 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.
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, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Domino | 1997 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Domino | Charade |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |