1991 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 348 kg more than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Beijing | Hyundai |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
