1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause 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 620 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1996 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
