1967 Ford Fairlane vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 1998 Renault Spider is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (202 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 468 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Fairlane | 1998 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | Spider |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
