1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 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 54 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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 1971 Renault 10. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 10 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
