1998 Opel Tigra vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 221 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Tigra | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tigra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
