1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Tigra weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair.
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, 2008 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Corsair | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
