1995 Renault Spider vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 313 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider.
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 Sentra, 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 Sentra (199 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Spider | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Sentra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 199 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |