1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
