1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 860 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. 2001 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Domino | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Domino | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
