1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 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 31 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 6. 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. 2013 Mazda 6 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. 2013 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 212 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |
