1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 19 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 212 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
