2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 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 490 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 480 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
