1987 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1991 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 1991 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80, 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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | 80 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
