1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 17 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 480 kg more than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1990 Beijing BJ 212 has manual transmission. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 212 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
