1954 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Oldsmobile 98 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | 98 | Spider |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |