2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Move | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
