2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi SST weights approximately 455 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move. 1998 Mitsubishi SST has automatic transmission and 2004 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2004 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Move | SST |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
