2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1992 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan 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 530 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lotus Elan. 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, 1992 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (197 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Lotus Elan 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 | 1992 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Beijing | Lotus |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Elan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
