2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara 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 405 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Beijing | De Tomaso |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
