1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 198 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX.
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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX 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 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 212 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
