1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 466 kg more than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
