1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Domino | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
