1992 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1974 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 212 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
