1999 Daihatsu Move vs. 1980 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Move is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Kadett (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Kadett weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 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, 1980 Opel Kadett (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Move | 1980 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Move | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
