2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Beijing | Rover |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
