2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 451 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Colorado | Move |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
