1991 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1980 Zastava 750. 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 1980 Zastava 750. 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Beijing | Zastava |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
