1994 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
