1991 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 749 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Daihatsu Domino | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Domino | Touran |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |