2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 1978 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
