2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 11 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B2300 | 1997 Renault Spider | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | B2300 | Spider |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |