1987 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Opel Tigra.
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, 1987 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Montego | Tigra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |