1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 297 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | W 111 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
