2001 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Paseo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
