1991 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
