1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 530 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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. 2005 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Domino | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Domino | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
