1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 195 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move. 2003 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Move | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Move | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |