2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2004 Daihatsu Move (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Move | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
