2006 Opel Tigra vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 445 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
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, 2006 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Tigra | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Tigra | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
