1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 6 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 445 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 212 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
