1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 17 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 278 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2651 mm |
