2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Beijing | Porsche |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
