1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 800 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Mustang 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 1971 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
