1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 922 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Domino | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
