1997 Renault Spider vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 435 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Spider | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
