1995 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
