1995 Renault Spider vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 695 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Spider | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 72 L |
