1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 625 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 1998 Porsche Boxster 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 1998 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Domino | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Domino | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
