1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
