1991 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 645 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2330 mm |
