1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota

To start off, both 1995 Daihatsu Domino and 1995 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 965 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 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1995 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1995 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Daihatsu Domino 1995 Dodge Dakota
Make Daihatsu Dodge
Model Domino Dakota
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 846 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 43 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 399 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 625 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1670 mm


 

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