1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1990 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Beijing | Vauxhall |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
