1998 Opel Tigra vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Opel Tigra.
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, 1998 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Tigra | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Tigra | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
