2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
