1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 191 kg more than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. 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 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
