1995 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. 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, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2021 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
