2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 1997 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 1997 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
