1991 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic 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 331 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
