1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 225 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.
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, 1990 Rover Metro (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Domino | Metro |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
