1985 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 22 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
