1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 675 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Daihatsu Domino 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Daihatsu Lamborghini
Model Domino Urraco
Year Released 1998 1979
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 845 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 625 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1120 mm


 

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