2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1995 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B4000 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2430 mm |
