1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 125 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 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Domino | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
