1996 Nissan Primera vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. Both 1996 Nissan Primera and 1997 Renault Spider are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera, 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, 1997 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Primera | 1997 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Spider |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
