1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Beijing | Marcos |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
