1993 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 846 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 160 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 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1993 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Domino | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Domino | Life |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |