1992 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 280 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 212 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
