1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2004 Opel Tigra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Opel Tigra. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Tigra. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Caprice | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
