1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2021 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1940 mm |
