1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 270 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.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Domino | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Domino | Gol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
