1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 349 kg more than 1997 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Move | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
