1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 202 kg more than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Beijing | Buick |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
