1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 15 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), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. 2010 Opel Insignia 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. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Domino | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Domino | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
