1999 Daihatsu Move vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle

To start off, both 1999 Daihatsu Move and 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 391 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 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Daihatsu Move 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
Make Daihatsu Volkswagen
Model Move Caravelle
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 71.9 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1206 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 2050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2410 mm