2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 11 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 415 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-8 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 115 L |
