1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
