1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
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 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 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 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Super 5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Caterham | Renault |
| Model | Super 7 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
