1994 Opel Tigra vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 420 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 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Tigra | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Tigra | 928 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |