1996 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 2005 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | CRX | Tigra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |