1992 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Beijing | Peugeot |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
