1980 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 113 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra. 2006 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Corona 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 Corona | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corona | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
