1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 14 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona 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 305 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 212 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
