1997 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Beijing | Peugeot |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
