1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 19 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 660 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 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. 2009 Kia Borrego 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. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Daihatsu Domino | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Domino | Borrego |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |