1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota MR2. 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, 1998 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
