2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 915 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Move | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
