1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra. 1994 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ5 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
