2005 Opel Tigra vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Tigra | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
