1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
