1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1994 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 845 cc (3 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1994 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mira | Domino |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
