1980 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 100 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
