2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
