1985 Holden Camira 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 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Camira would be higher. Both 1985 Holden Camira and 1994 Opel Tigra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Opel Tigra (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Camira | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
