1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 580 kg more than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Beijing | Land Rover |
Model | BJ 2021 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 3962 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |