1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 336 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S-MX | Spider |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
