1992 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt 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 420 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Plymouth Colt. 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Beijing | Plymouth |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
