1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 212 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
