1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar. 2000 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
