1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 450 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.
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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2748 mm |
