1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 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 500 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Triumph TR5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | Beijing | Triumph |
| Model | BJ 212 | TR5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
