1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic 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 640 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
