2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1992 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 17 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 1,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 1992 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | Domino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
