2000 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 95 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 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Tigra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |