1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Gremlin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | AMC | Beijing |
| Model | Gremlin | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
