2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1996 Rover 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 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 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 330 kg more than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 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 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Beijing | Rover |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
