1994 Opel Tigra vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Tigra | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tigra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2512 mm |
