1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 103 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Beijing | Subaru |
Model | BJ 2021 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |