2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 415 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Move | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
