1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
