2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1996 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 5 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 265 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 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1996 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Mobilio | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
