1995 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1997 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. 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, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1997 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
