2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2001 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 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Move | 480 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |
