1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L 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 39 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 722 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Beijing | Skoda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
