1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser is newer by 8 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, 2004 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser 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 365 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Laser. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2004 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
