2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (197 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Beijing | Nissan |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
