1995 Renault Spider vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 327 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Spider | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Spider | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 53 L |
