1994 Opel Tigra vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Tigra | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Tigra | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
