1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
