1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 165 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 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Move | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
