1998 Nissan Avenir vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, both 1998 Nissan Avenir and 1998 Renault Spider were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Avenir is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Avenir weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider.
Because 1998 Nissan Avenir is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Avenir 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. 1998 Nissan Avenir has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Avenir will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Avenir | 1998 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Avenir | Spider |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 141 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
