1997 Renault Spider vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 78 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.
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, 1973 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Spider | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Renault | Datsun |
| Model | Spider | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2300 mm |
