1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
