1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 212 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
