1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1994 Opel Tigra

To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 710 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra. 1994 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Opel Frontera 1994 Opel Tigra
Make Opel Opel
Model Frontera Tigra
Year Released 1999 1994
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 1387 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2530 mm


 

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