2006 Opel Tigra vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra.
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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Tigra | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Tigra | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
