1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 15 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 200 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
