1986 AC Ace vs. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | AC | Beijing |
| Model | Ace | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
