1994 Opel Tigra vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 162 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 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Tigra | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Tigra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
