2005 Opel Tigra vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Tigra | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
