2000 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude 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 405 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Prelude. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
