1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 119 kg more than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Beijing | Buick |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
