1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 390 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 1996 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
