1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 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 660 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Peugeot 205. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Beijing | Peugeot |
| Model | BJ 212 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
