1995 Renault Sport Spider vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Sport Spider weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Sport 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 Sport Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Baleno, 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 Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Sport Spider | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Sport Spider | Baleno |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |