2001 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 690 kg more than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1972 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Beijing | Chevrolet |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3300 mm |
