1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor. 1988 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
