1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Because 1976 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Move | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
