1991 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Montego | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
