1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1990 Beijing BJ 212 has manual transmission. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Beijing | Hyundai |
| Model | BJ 212 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
