1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 760 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 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Domino | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Domino | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
