1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 750 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Beijing | Chevrolet |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
