2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair 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 390 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Corsair. 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair 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 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
