1995 Renault Spider vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 327 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 2009 Toyota Tundra 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. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Spider | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 100 L |
