2005 Daihatsu Move vs. 1984 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Move is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Rekord weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Opel Rekord 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 1984 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1984 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Move | 1984 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Move | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
