1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Beijing | Rover |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Metro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
