2004 Opel Tigra vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2004 Opel Tigra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Tigra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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, 1980 Renault Fuego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Tigra | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Tigra | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
