1979 Austin Marina vs. 1991 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Marina | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
