2005 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Audi A2.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A2 | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
Make | Audi | Beijing |
Model | A2 | BJ 212 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2066 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |