1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Renault Spider. (296 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 769 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | Spider |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
