1986 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 Lada Samara
To start off, 1996 Lada Samara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 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 37 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Lada Samara. 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 1996 Lada Samara. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1996 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Beijing | Lada |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
