1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza 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 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza. 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
