1985 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
