1990 Audi 90 vs. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Audi 90.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 90 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 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 |
