1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
