1994 Opel Tigra vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 756 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 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Tigra | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Tigra | Korando |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
