2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 905 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (181 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Beijing | Lotus |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
