1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2004 Opel Tigra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Opel Tigra. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Tigra weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
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, 2004 Opel Tigra (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 2004 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Concerto | Tigra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |