1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
