1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat 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 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1984 Volkswagen Passat. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 212 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
