1995 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Opel Tigra

To start off, 1999 Opel Tigra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Tigra.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda NSX 1999 Opel Tigra
Make Honda Opel
Model NSX Tigra
Year Released 1995 1999
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2975 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 88 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 77.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 73.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2430 mm