1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 715 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Domino | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
