1991 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada Niva 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 340 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva.
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, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2004 Lada Niva | |
Make | Beijing | Lada |
Model | BJ 2020 | Niva |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |