2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
