2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 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 16 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 400. 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 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Beijing | Proton |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
