1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 212 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2616 mm |
