1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Beijing | SsangYong |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
