1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | V6 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
