1994 Opel Tigra vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saturn SC (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC.
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, 1996 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Tigra | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Tigra | SC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
