2000 Renault Spider vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
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, 1976 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Spider | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Renault | Triumph |
Model | Spider | TR6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |