2009 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 74 kg more than 1995 Opel Tigra. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Tigra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |