1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 24 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, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Beijing | Lada |
| Model | BJ 212 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
