1991 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 849 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Domino | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Domino | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1674 mm |
