1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1993 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Caravan. 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, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1993 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Beijing | Dodge |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
