1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 530 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
