1984 Audi 90 vs. 1964 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 20 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, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 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 135 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 90 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
