1997 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Beijing | Nissan |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
