1992 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2003 Mazda Kusabi
To start off, 2003 Mazda Kusabi is newer by 11 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Kusabi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Kusabi should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Kusabi weights approximately 460 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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Kusabi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Domino | 2003 Mazda Kusabi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Domino | Kusabi |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
