2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1997 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 5 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 605 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, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move. 2002 Daihatsu Altis 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. 2002 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 1997 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Altis | Move |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
