1986 Ford Orion vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Orion | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
