1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 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 22 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 260 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, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Beijing | SsangYong |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
