1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Beijing | Buick |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
