1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 9 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, both vehicles can yield 87 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 212 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
