2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Move is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 165 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Move | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Move | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 34 L |
