1972 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 153 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 Ford Escort 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 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |
