1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 2 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 703 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 90 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 805 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1997 Renault Spider | |
Make | Lotec | Renault |
Model | C 1000 | Spider |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1260 mm |