1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 540 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | Super 7 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
