1998 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Tigra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |