1993 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Domino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Domino | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Domino | Montego |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
