1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 732 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 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 4655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
