1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 12 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 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 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2020 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
