1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
