1999 Daihatsu Move vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 1999 Daihatsu Move and 1999 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Daihatsu Move 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Daihatsu Mercedes-Benz
Model Move S
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 5439 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 356 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3150 RPM
Engine Bore Size 71.9 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1905 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 88 L