1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Beijing | Lada |
Model | BJ 2020 | Niva |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |