2007 Opel Tigra vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Tigra | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
