1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 11 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
