2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Move | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| 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 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
