1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1992 Renault 4
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 4 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
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, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1992 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Domino | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
