1992 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 380 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 1971 Mercury Monterey. 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. 1971 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3160 mm |
