1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, both 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 and 1998 Lada Samara II were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lada Samara II. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Beijing | Lada |
Model | BJ 2020 | Samara II |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |