1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 784 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Beijing | Nissan |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
