1977 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. 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 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 100 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
