1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 611 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Beijing | Chevrolet |
| Model | BJ 212 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
