1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 7 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire 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 280 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Beijing | Pontiac |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
