2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Move is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Move.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Move | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Move | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
