1994 Opel Tigra vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 207 kg more than 1994 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Tigra | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Tigra | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
