1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 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 216 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 212 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
