1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 470 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Explorer 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 | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
