1991 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
