1989 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Audi 90.
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, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 90 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
