2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 309 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 940 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Viper | Spider |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 185 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 990 kg |