1991 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
