1990 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 209 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Tigra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |