1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
