1998 Renault Spider vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider. 2008 Subaru Legacy 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. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Spider | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |