2005 Audi A3 vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 12 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, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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 120 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
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, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | A3 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
