1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1978 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | 1978 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 212 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
