2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1979 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (197 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1979 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
