1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon 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 330 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon 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 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Beijing | Plymouth |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
