2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
