1997 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Beijing | Oldsmobile |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
