1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart 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 845 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Because 1999 MCC Smart 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 MCC Smart. 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 MCC Smart (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1990 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1990 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
| Model | Domino | Smart |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
