1981 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 80 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
