1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1984 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 935 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 |
