1978 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 100 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
