1979 Honda Prelude 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 Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Tigra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |