1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva

To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 220 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.

Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1990 Beijing BJ 212 has manual transmission. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Beijing BJ 212 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
Make Beijing Oldsmobile
Model BJ 212 Achieva
Year Released 1990 1991
Engine Size 2066 cc 3133 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 87 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 249 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1750 mm


 

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