1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
