1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 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 375 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 212 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
