2006 Opel Tigra vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Because 1989 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault 21 (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Tigra | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Tigra | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
