1994 Opel Tigra vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Tigra | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Tigra | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |