1991 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 695 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.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Daihatsu Domino | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Domino | Passat |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |