1995 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
