1991 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
