2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 111 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 502 kg more than 2004 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Beijing | Rover |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
