1998 Acura Integra vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
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, 1998 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra. 1998 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | Integra | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
