1991 Audi S2 vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 1 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | S2 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
