1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
