1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. 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 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Beijing | Lada |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
