1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 13 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 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 232 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Domino | Citi |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
