1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 22 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 500 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 2012 Dodge Charger. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Beijing | Dodge |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3053 mm |
