1995 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
