1991 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
