2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1996 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1996 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S-MX | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
