1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1961 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Beijing | Nissan |
| Model | BJ 212 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
