1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
