1995 Renault Spider vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1995 Renault Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR 420 weights approximately 165 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Spider | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Spider | 420 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 59 L |
