1983 Audi 80 vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 80 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
