1999 Renault Spider vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 438 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 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 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Spider | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2651 mm |
