1984 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 80 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 41 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Audi 80. 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 1984 Audi 80. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 80 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Audi | Beijing |
Model | 80 | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1480 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 |