1992 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva 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 398 kg more than 1981 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1981 Lada Niva | |
Make | Beijing | Lada |
Model | BJ 2020 | Niva |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1152 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 |