1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1991 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1991 Caterham Super 7 and 1991 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Holden Nova. (81 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Nova weights approximately 505 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 Holden Nova, 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 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova. 1991 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1991 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1991 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1991 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | Super 7 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
