1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1943 Jeep MB
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1943 Jeep MB. 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, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1943 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Beijing | Jeep |
| Model | BJ 2021 | MB |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1943 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
