1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Beijing | Eagle |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Talon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
