1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Move | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
