1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 30 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V.
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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V 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 | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 212 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
