1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 16 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 400 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, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Domino | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Domino | Materia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |