1980 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 80 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
