1999 Daihatsu Move vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 265 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 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Move | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Move | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
