1990 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra.
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 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Toronado | Tigra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |