1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 905 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 1999 Ford Falcon 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 1999 Ford Falcon. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Domino | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
