1991 Plymouth Laser vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Sport 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 1995 Renault Sport Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Laser | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Sport Spider |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
