1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Beijing | Chevrolet |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
