1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1990 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1990 Beijing BJ 212 and 1990 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 6 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1990 Holden Nova. 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 1990 Holden Nova. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1990 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Beijing | Holden |
| Model | BJ 212 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
