1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 15 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown 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 39 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 212 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
