1993 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 798 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Domino | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Domino | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
