1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Domino | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
