1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 7 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 2,068 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 36 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 2000 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1993 Beijing BJ 212 has manual transmission. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 212 | Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
