1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
