1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
