1991 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Century |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
