1987 Nissan Mid4 vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Mid4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Mid4 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Mid4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Mid4 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan Mid4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Mid4 | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Mid4 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
