Recommend Panther or Tiger for QuickSilver Dual 1ghz?

Hi, I'm faced with re-installing my OS, and would like a recommendation as to which OS to use. I'm currently using 10.3.9. Aside from the usually application compatibility issues, is 10.4 going to be to demanding on my old beast, or is it a good match?
I really have no problems with 10.3.9, other than an undetermined issue that is forcing me to re-install. Also, I'll be using a fresh disc, and retaining my old setup during the transition.
thx,
brad

I use to run Tiger on a 800MHz G3 iBook w/ 640MB RAM and it ran great. Your dual processor G4 will be fine.
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