2004 Opel Tigra vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Tigra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Tigra (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 Opel Tigra.
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, 2004 Opel Tigra (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Tigra | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Tigra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
