1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1972 Nissan President
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 790 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 1972 Nissan President 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 1972 Nissan President. 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, 1972 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1972 Nissan President | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Move | President |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
