1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 3 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 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 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 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Beijing | Rover |
| Model | BJ 212 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
