1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 13 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 599 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Domino | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1984 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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |