2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 967 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Domino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | CTS | Domino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
