1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 1998 Mazda Levante and 1998 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Levante | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
