1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
