1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
