1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1994 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 427 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.
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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1994 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Contour |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
