1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend 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 250 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
