1992 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1336 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.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Domino | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Domino | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
