1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2020 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
