1991 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
