1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Alpine | Beijing |
Model | V6 | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |