1985 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 846 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1995 Caterham Super 7 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 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1995 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1995 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Buick | Caterham |
Model | Electra | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2260 mm |