1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 212 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
