1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 15 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
