1992 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 665 kg more than 1992 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 (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Domino | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Domino | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
