1989 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Tigra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |