2004 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 24 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.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (151 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
