1994 Opel Tigra vs. 1994 Renault Express

To start off, both 1994 Opel Tigra and 1994 Renault Express were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express. 1994 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Opel Tigra 1994 Renault Express
Make Opel Renault
Model Tigra Express
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1387 cc 1108 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 45 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.6 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2590 mm


 

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