1995 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Beijing | Vauxhall |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
