1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 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 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2021 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
