1997 Renault Spider vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Spider weights approximately 258 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1994 Toyota Starlet, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Starlet |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |