1997 Renault Spider vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider 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 25 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Celica weights approximately 105 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, 1998 Toyota Celica, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Celica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |