2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2004 Mazda Laputa is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Spider weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Laputa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Laputa | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Laputa | Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 115 L |
