2005 Tata Mint vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Mint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Mint would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Mint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint.
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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Mint | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Tata | Opel |
| Model | Mint | Combo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
