1997 Renault Spider vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 107 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |