1991 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 17 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 764 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Domino | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Domino | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
