1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 677 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 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. 2008 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Domino | Prius |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
