1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
