1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 885 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 115 L |
