1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza. 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
