2007 Opel Tigra vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 359 kg more than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Tigra | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Tigra | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
