1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Beijing | Peugeot |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
