2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. 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 (197 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
