1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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 8 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
