1985 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 25 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, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio 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 374 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2499 mm |
