2004 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 434 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | NSX | Spider |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |