1997 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 GMC Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 720 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.
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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. 1977 GMC Suburban 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. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Beijing | GMC |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2200 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 |
