2008 Audi A3 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1992 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A3 | Domino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
