1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1421 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Domino | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
