1982 Renault 5 vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 1998 Renault Spider is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Spider weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Renault 5.
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, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Renault 5 | 1998 Renault Spider | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | 5 | Spider |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |