1994 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Beijing | Jeep |
Model | BJ 2021 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |