1995 Renault Spider vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 324 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 1995 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 1995 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest, 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (241 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 2010 Nissan Quest 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. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Spider | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Quest |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 76 L |
