2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
