2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 1998 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Move is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 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, 1998 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Move | 1998 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
