1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 4 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 845 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 125 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 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Domino | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
