2000 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Tigra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |