2001 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1979 Buick Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. 1979 Buick Estate 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. 1979 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1979 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Beijing | Buick |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
