1990 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 522 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Verada | Spider |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
