2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1971 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Opel Commodore.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1971 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
