1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021.
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, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
