1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Beijing | Riley |
| Model | BJ 212 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
