1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1998 Daihatsu Domino and 1998 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saturn SC weights approximately 420 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, 1998 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 1998 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1998 Saturn SC | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
Model | Domino | SC |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |