1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 835 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 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Domino | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
