1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 18 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Beijing | Lada |
| Model | BJ 212 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
