1995 Opel Tigra vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 779 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Tigra | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Tigra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3246 mm |