1985 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 100 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
