1997 Opel Tigra vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1997 Opel Tigra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Tigra weights approximately 81 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Tigra | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tigra | Parati |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
