1995 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 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, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 400. 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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Beijing | Rover |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
