1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
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 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX.
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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Beijing | Honda |
Model | BJ 2021 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |