1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 635 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Venture | Tigra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |