1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 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 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
