1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 777 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.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 212 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
