1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Domino | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Domino | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
