1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1989 Citroen CX
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX.
Because 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1989 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | CX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
