1992 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 15 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 775 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Domino | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Domino | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
