1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 675 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. 2012 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2021 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
