1992 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 87 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Beijing BJ 212.
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, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Beijing | Beijing |
| Model | BJ 212 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
