1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
