1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 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 32 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 2000 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
