1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1972 Ford Custom

To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Ford Custom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Daihatsu Domino 1972 Ford Custom
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Domino Custom
Year Released 1998 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 845 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 43 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 625 kg 1769 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm


 

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