1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
