1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 455 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Domino | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
