2008 Opel Tigra vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 661 kg more than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Tigra | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
