1991 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 20 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 505 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, 2011 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Domino | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Domino | Agila |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
