1986 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 18 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Beijing | Xedos |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
