1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 18 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 445 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt 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. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Domino | Colt |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
