2006 Opel Tigra vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Tigra | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Tigra | Volare |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |