1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
