1986 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2004 Opel Tigra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Opel Tigra. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Tigra weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Opel Tigra (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 2004 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
