1991 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 406 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
