2008 Acura RL vs. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
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 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Acura | Beijing |
| Model | RL | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
