1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Beijing | Skoda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
