1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
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 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 23 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 212 | SP |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
