2005 Opel Tigra vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
