1996 Renault Spider vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 441 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Spider | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | HHR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2629 mm |
