1991 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 480 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Domino | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
