1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Beijing | Mercury |
Model | BJ 2021 | Comet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2466 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |