1985 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 12 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, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Life |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
