1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 16 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 592 kg more than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara 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 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Beijing | Nissan |
| Model | BJ 212 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
