1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna 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 195 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Magna 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 | 1995 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 212 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
