1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 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 34 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 12. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 212 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
