1991 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1991 Daihatsu Domino and 1991 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 380 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (152 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Daihatsu Domino | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Domino | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |