1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Renault Spider. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 510 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Spider |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
