1991 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Domino | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Domino | Thema |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
