1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 179 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Tigra |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |