1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 16 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 300 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
