1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor 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 260 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor 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 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Beijing | Vauxhall |
| Model | BJ 212 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
