1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 5 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ka weights approximately 255 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, 2000 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Domino | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Domino | Ka |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
