1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Spider weights approximately 16 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | Super 90 | Spider |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |