2000 Honda S2000 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S2000 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S2000 | Spider |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 115 L |