1980 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 285 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 2006 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Carina | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Carina | Tigra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |