2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1992 Rover 100
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 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Beijing | Rover |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
