1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Beijing | Chevrolet |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
