1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Beijing | Oldsmobile |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3110 mm |
