1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 400 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Domino | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
