1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
