1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 16 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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki SX4 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 75 kg more than 2006 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2006 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 212 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
