1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 684 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Domino | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
