2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 820 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1997 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
