1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega has automatic transmission and 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Beijing | Oldsmobile |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
