1988 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Honda Accord.
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, 1988 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Tigra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |