1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
