1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 225 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.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Domino | Copen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
