1992 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Beijing | Mercury |
Model | BJ 2020 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |