1979 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 Audi 100.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 100 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
