1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 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 76 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
