2000 Renault Spider vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Spider | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |