1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 240 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
