1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 5 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Beijing | Beijing |
| Model | BJ 212 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
