1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Beijing | SsangYong |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
