1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-250 | Tigra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |