2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 8 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1149 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 2003 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | SSR | Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
