1997 Renault Spider vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 1997 Renault Spider and 1997 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 46 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider.
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, 1997 Renault Laguna, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Spider | Laguna |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |