2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Daihatsu Move (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Move | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |
