1992 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, both 1992 Beijing BJ 212 and 1992 Daihatsu Applause were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | 1992 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 212 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
