2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1980 Citroen CX
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX 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 355 kg more than 1980 Citroen CX.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen CX. 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1980 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | CX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
