1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 212 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
