1984 Audi 80 vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 19 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 580 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 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 80 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
