1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, both 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 and 1996 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
Model | BJ 2020 | Charade |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |