1995 Opel Tigra vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1531 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Tigra | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
