1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2021 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
