1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 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, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
