2000 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Beijing | Vauxhall |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
