1993 Lexus LS vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 819 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider. 1993 Lexus LS 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. 1993 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus LS | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | LS | Spider |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |
