1997 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
