1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 6 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Tigra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 46 L |