2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2003 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Move | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
