1979 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Tigra

To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Honda Accord 2007 Opel Tigra
Make Honda Opel
Model Accord Tigra
Year Released 1979 2007
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1750 cc 1246 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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