1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
