1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
