1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
