1985 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. 2008 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Beijing | Land Rover |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
