2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
