1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
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, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
