1986 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 90 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 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 |
