1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte 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 54 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 212 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
