1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra CL 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 | 2004 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Beijing | Mahindra |
| Model | BJ 2020 | CL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
