1995 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 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 11 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
