1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, both 1991 Caterham Super 7 and 1991 Chevrolet Corsica were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 685 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica, 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 Chevrolet Corsica (177 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super 7 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
