1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
