1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1982 Zastava 132
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Zastava 132 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 382 kg more than 1982 Zastava 132.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Zastava 132. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1982 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Beijing | Zastava |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
