2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 17 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 655 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (197 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
