1998 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
