1998 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1999 Opel Tigra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 63 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.
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 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1999 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
