2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 6 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | GT 1 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
