1981 Nissan Silvia vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1981 Nissan Silvia 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 1981 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1981 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Silvia | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Silvia | Tigra |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |