1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
