1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | Beijing | Buick |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
