1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 11 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 977 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 2001 Holden Monaro 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 2001 Holden Monaro. 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Domino | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
