1985 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 595 kg more than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Beijing | Nissan |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2980 mm |
