1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 470 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will offer significantly more control. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 212 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
