1994 Honda Today vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Tigra weights approximately 450 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
