1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1986 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,041 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Polo 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.
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, 1986 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Domino | 1986 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Domino | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1041 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 | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
