2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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 420 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
