1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 2,465 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante 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 250 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante.
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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. 1997 Mazda Levante 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. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Levante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2465 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
