1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Daihatsu Move

To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Move is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Caprice 1999 Daihatsu Move
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Caprice Move
Year Released 1996 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 989 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2030 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 3320 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2350 mm


 

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