2002 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1974 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1974 Opel Admiral.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1974 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1974 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
