2006 Opel Tigra vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Tigra | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Tigra | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
