1968 Nissan President vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan President 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 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra, 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | President | Tigra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |