2008 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 358 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 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 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Spider |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |