1985 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Tigra |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |