1986 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
