1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 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 175 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 212 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
