1985 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX.
Because 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen CX. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | CX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
