1997 Renault Spider vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 557 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Spider | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2741 mm |