2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Move is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Opel Monza 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 1983 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Move | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Move | Monza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
