1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 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 43 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2737 mm |
