1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 936 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 |
