1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 6 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Beijing | Proton |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
