1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 682 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Beijing | Hyundai |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
