1986 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
