1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina 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 580 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 212 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
