1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 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, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 212 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
