1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 20 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan NP300. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Beijing | Nissan |
| Model | BJ 212 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |
