1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Opel Tigra

To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Camaro and 1997 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 468 kg more than 1997 Opel Tigra.

Because 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Tigra.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Camaro 1997 Opel Tigra
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Camaro Tigra
Year Released 1997 1997
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 88 HP
Torque 468 Nm 125 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99.1 mm 77.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1524 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2430 mm


 

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