1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda City weights approximately 315 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, 1999 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1999 Honda City | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Domino | City |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
