1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
