1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus 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 435 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
