2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 460 weights approximately 235 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 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Move | 460 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 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 | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
