1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 6 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 50 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
