1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 163 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Tigra |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 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 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |