2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Move is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 625 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.
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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Move | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Move | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
