1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
