1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra 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 9 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. 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 1990 Ford Sierra. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
