1980 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 100 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
