1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 16 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 330 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Domino | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
