1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
