1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra.
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, 1988 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Move | Micra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
