1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 775 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Domino | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Domino | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
