1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 6 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Beijing | Volvo |
Model | BJ 212 | V50 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2066 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |